{
  "id": 14295036,
  "title": "My friends suggested a GLP-1 for my weight gain. I found my answer on the dance floor.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/my-friends-suggested-a-glp-1-for-my-weight-gain-i-found-my-answer-on",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-13T21:05:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/glp1-alternative-lost-weight-dancing-2026-10"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I was working out six days a week, but I was still gaining weight. Friends suggested I try a GLP-1 medication, but my doctor said I didn't meet the requirements. I started incorporating dance classes into my routine and the weight began to come off. I have always been petite and have a small frame, so weight issues were never a concern for me. Despite my efforts in the gym, I gained nearly ten pounds over a period of 24 months. I was feeling exhausted and defeated, even though I was working out almost every day. Some friends advised me to just start taking GLP-1 medication, but my doctor didn't think I qualified and I didn't want to go against their advice. However, I was getting bored with the gym and the monotonous workouts, and I returned to dancing, which I loved as a child. I realized that I had become lazy in the gym, picking up easy weights and going through the motions without pushing myself. After that class, I looked for an activity that could bring me more joy. I had once danced through high school, but had to leave the program due to personal issues. I missed the sense of community and the fun that dancing provided. I began taking four to five dance classes per week, including modern and West African styles. Dance was not only fun and challenging, but it also gave me a supportive community where everyone encouraged and supported each other. Returning to dance helped me lose those extra pounds and has improved my overall happiness and health. I now understand that the best workout is the one I enjoy, and it's never too late to start again.",
  "summary": "I spent years dragging myself to the gym. Going back to my childhood passion is what finally helped me lose weight.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}